Monday, March 3rd, 2025

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Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 3rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville celebrated its 11th Annual Mardi Gras Parade downtown, marking a continued tradition of festivities. WAFF 48
- ➤ ShowerUp expands its support for those without homes by adding mobile laundry services in Huntsville. FOX 54
- ➤ Blue Apple Books in Madison, opened by Robin Dauma, has seen success by doubling its inventory and focusing on community engagement and inclusivity. WHNT News 19
- ➤ The City of Huntsville and AshaKiran celebrated the 13th Annual Community Kite Festival at John Hunt Park. WAFF 48
- ➤ The 3rd Annual Mardi Gras Paw Parade in Huntsville's MidCity District featured costumed pets, live music, and aimed to support pet adoption with Rocket City Rescue. WAFF 48
CRIME NEWS
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The $40 million Mariott Autograph Collection Trilogy hotel in downtown Huntsville is expected to finish by late summer, marking an expansion in the local hospitality landscape with over 200 rooms, a rooftop bar, and Alabama's largest Starbucks. AL.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology's annual Hackathon, HATCH, brought together participants to tackle challenges in genomics and bioinformatics, offering over $5,000 in prizes. WAFF 48
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Monrovia Volunteer Fire Rescue and Alabama Forestry Commission are requesting residents to halt all burning activities over the weekend because of a wildfire advisory and current weather conditions. WAFF 48
TRAVEL NEWS
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Alton Brown Live Culinary Show
Alton Brown, the renowned chef and Food Network star, returns to entertain food enthusiasts with a unique blend of culinary science, comedy, and audience interaction in his live tour.
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Michael W. Smith & Chandler Moore: One Night with Two Pianos
An intimate worship experience featuring powerhouse musicians Michael W. Smith and Chandler Moore performing together on two pianos.
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Randy Steele Live at St. Stephens Music Hall
Randy Steele will perform live at St. Stephens Music Hall in Huntsville.
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Spring Organ Festival
From March 9 through April 10, the Greater Huntsville, AL Chapter of the American Guild of Organists hosts its Spring Organ Festival at various local churches on alternating Thursday evenings (7:00pm) and Sunday afternoons (3:30pm). The events are free and open to the public.
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Landon Bryant's Storytelling Event
Landon Bryant, a popular Southern storyteller and social media influencer, shares insights and humor about Southern culture at Huntsville Levity Live.
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Shen Yun Performing Arts - Huntsville
Shen Yun Performing Arts presents a spectacular showcase of traditional Chinese culture through classical dance, storytelling, and live music.
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2025 Conference USA Men's & Women's Basketball Championships
The Conference USA Basketball Championships will showcase the top men's and women's college basketball teams in Propst Arena, Huntsville.
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Rittz with Doc Backer Live Concert
Enjoy a live performance by Rittz with openers Doc Backer at the Furniture Factory Bar & Grill in Huntsville.
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Virtual Seven Chakra Sound Healing Journey
Immerse yourself in a 60-minute sound healing journey utilizing Tibetan singing bowls to balance and align the seven chakras.
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DECONSTRUCTED: A Night of Songwriting and Open Mic
DECONSTRUCTED is a songwriter night featuring performances by host Jim Parker and special guest Josh Taylor, offering a blend of music and discussions on songwriting processes.
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